Thorens TD 124 DD Direct Drive Turntable

The TD 124 DD is a modern reinterpretation of one of Thorens’ most recognized turntable designs. Based on the original TD 124 platform, the new version combines the classic architecture and visual design of the historic model with a newly developed high-precision direct drive system and updated engineering. 

The turntable features the TP 124 tonearm with extensive adjustment capability, including adjustable VTA and azimuth, along with a ruby-mounted anti-skating system. A height-adjustable aluminum chassis rests on vibration-damping isolation elements to minimize resonance and unwanted vibration during playback. 

Key Features

• High-precision direct drive motor
• TP 124 tonearm with adjustable VTA and azimuth
• Ruby-mounted anti-skating system
• Removable SME-compatible headshell
• Height-adjustable aluminum chassis
• Vibration-damping isolation elements
• Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs
• External TPN 124 power supply
• Designed for compatibility with SPU cartridges 

Specifications

General

• Type: High-end direct drive turntable
• Drive System: Direct drive
• Operation: Manual with electric tonearm lift

Speeds

• 33 1/3 rpm
• 45 rpm

Performance

• Wow & Flutter (DIN): 0.035%
• Wow & Flutter (WRMS): 0.007% 

Tonearm

• Model: TP 124
• Effective Length: 232.8 mm
• Offset Angle: 23.66°
• Overhang: 17.8 mm
• Effective Mass: 15 g
• Anti-Skating: Ruby-mounted counterweight system 

Construction

• Aluminum platter weighing 3.5 kg
• Height-adjustable aluminum chassis
• Vibration-damping rubber isolation elements
• External TPN 124 power supply included 

Connectivity

• Balanced XLR outputs
• Unbalanced RCA outputs
• Ground connection 

Dimensions & Weight

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 425 × 185 × 350 mm
• Weight (without power supply): 17 kg

In the Box

• TD 124 DD turntable
• External TPN 124 power supply
• Two tonearm counterweights
• Tonearm adjustment tools
• Instruction manual 

Additional Notes

• Developed as a modern continuation of the original TD 124 introduced in 1957
• Designed for precise speed control and reduced vibration
• Supports balanced connection to compatible phono preamplifiers
• SME-compatible headshell allows flexible cartridge selection